It has been well documented that Boxers have a sensitivity to the drug Acepromazine (Ace). In 1997 there was a veterinary warning advising that it not be used for the Boxer breed. The American Boxer Club website stated: There is one drug commonly used in anesthetic protocols that should not be used in the Boxer. The […]
So if your boxers are anything like our boxers, they are finicky when it comes to food. Our boxers either end up with an allergy flare ups, digestive issues, or become extremely flatulent (stinky butt). So when we find a dog food that works, we try and stick to it. Unless it’s recalled or makes the pups sick. Recently our […]
Several lots of certain varieties of Eukanuba and Iams dry foods for dogs and cats have been recalled because they may be contaminated with salmonella bacteria. The Procter & Gamble Company issued the voluntary recall Wednesday Aug. 14 through the Food and Drug Administration’s website. Salmonella is a bacteria can cause an infection, salmonellosis, that […]
Animal therapy is becoming increasingly popular as a legitimate therapy in this country. It has already gained prominence in the USA as a form of healing for sick people and the UK seems to be jumping on the bandwagon. It sounds like a wacky fad but what is animal therapy and how does it actually […]
Why worry about the ingredients in the dog treats you feed your boxer. Make your own and know that not only will they be happy but healthy too. Prep time: 10 minutes Bake time: 20 minutes Oven temperature: 350 degrees Shelf life: 3 weeks (freeze to keep fresh longer) Ingredients: […]
It is very common that every once in a while your boxer will eat people food. Although these foods can be healthy for people, many are dangerous and sometimes deadly foods for dogs. Below is an alphabetized list of some dangerous foods your dog should never eat. If your Boxer (or any dog) does ingest any of these foods, […]
Did you know that dog owners visit the doctor less often than non-dog owners or that petting a dog can lower cortisol, a chemical naturally produced by the body associated with stress. See the below infographic for more interesting dog facts.
With the summer heating up we need to ensure we don’t leave our loved ones in the car for too long and this especially means dogs. This infographic lists the 8 warning signs that your dog may have heat stroke.
A July 23, 2013 study conducted by US Davis found that homemade dog food often does not provide the essential nutrients required by your dogs body. To ensure that you are not harming your dog with homemade dog food read the full article below. Homemade Dog Food Could Harm Your Dog
